News: Dallas DL Jason Hatcher recorded two solo tackles in Week 13 versus Ariozona. He also notched one of five sacks on Kevin Kolb.
Analysis: Hatcher has recorded four sacks this season and 18 tackles. He also has one interception on the year, but seeing how it was the first of his career Fantasy owners in IDP leagues can't expect that too often. Despite his nice outing, Hatcher is not worth owning in any leagues at this time.
News: DL Jason Hatcher made one of three Dallas interceptions of Seahawks QB Tarvaris Jackson, as the Cowboys prevailed in Week 9. It was the first interception of Hatcher's career. He also made one tackle.
Analysis: Hatcher's interception helped out his Fantasy owners in Week 9, but no one should be looking to pick him up after this performance. He still does not do enough to make an impact outside of the very deepest of IDP leagues.
News: Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher, who has missed the last three games with a strained calf, said he expects to be back for Sunday night’s game with the Eagles. Hatcher also said he has “no worries” about his starting role, which was given back to DE Marcus Spears in his absence.
Analysis: Hatcher had two sacks in his first three games before getting hurt and was being lauded for his outstanding play. Hopefully this setback won't take him off course, but Hatcher is still a low-end Fantasy DL until further notice.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher isn't expected to play this week after suffering a strained calf. Hatcher said he should be out for two weeks, which could mean he misses just Sunday’s game with the Lions. With the bye week to follow, he could return for Oct. 16 in New England.
Analysis: A low-end option in IDP play while healthy, he should be passed over until he can prove both healthy and productive on the field.
News: ESPN reports that Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher will undergo an MRI on his calf after a strain forced him out in the first quarter of Monday's game against Washington. “It happened, but it’s one of those things you’ve got to come back from,” Hatcher said.
Analysis: Hatcher spent most of the game with his lower left leg wrapped in ice and was noticeably limping after the game. The extent of the injury will not be known until the MRI results come back. A low-end option in IDP play while healthy, he should be passed over until his situation becomes clearer.
News: Dallas DL Jason Hatcher recorded four tackles, two sacks, on Sunday against San Francisco. The Cowboys would go on to win the game, 27-24, in Week 2.
Analysis: Hatcher now has seven tackles on the year to go with those two sacks. But one good game doesn't mean Fantasy owners in IDP leagues should scoop him up. Continue to leave him on the waiver wire.
News: Dallas DL Jason Hatcher, who missed Sunday's preseason game against the Chargers because of a sprained toe, is expected to return to the field in the upcoming week. Coach Jason Garrett said that the newly re-signed end should be able to play in Saturday's game against the Vikings.
Analysis: Hatcher injured the big toe on Thursday, so there was minimal reason to think he would play just three days later. He remains on track to rotate at end along with Igor Olshansky on the second-unit, which gets nearly as much playing time as the starting line. Still, Hatcher's playing time and impact will likely not be enough to warrant much Fantasy value. Ignore him on Draft Day.
News: Multiple sources reported Monday that the Cowboys reached an agreement to re-sign DL Jason Hatcher. The deal is worth a reported $6 million over the next three years. Hatcher had 13 tackles in 13 games last season, including one sack.
Analysis: It appears as if the Cowboys overpaid for Hatcher, but he is expected to occupy a larger role in 2011 with Stephen Bowen now with Washington. Either way, it is hard for 3-4 ends to make an impact in Fantasy play even as a starter, so Hatcher remains a player to be ignored on Draft Day.
News: Dallas DL Jason Hatcher had a solid game in Week 11 against Detroit on Sunday. Hatcher had three tackles, including two solo, with a sack. He also recovered a fumble.
Analysis: Hatcher has minimal Fantasy value in the majority of IDP leagues. He had a good game against the Lions but is not worth starting in most formats in Week 12 against New Orleans on Thanksgiving Day.
News: Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher is expected to miss a few weeks after suffering a strained groin Week 7 against the Giants. “It’s pretty significant, so he should be out a while,” coach Wade Phillips said.
Analysis: Hatcher has only a few tackles on the season. He is far more important to the Cowboys' cause than Fantasy owners. Continue to ignore him in Fantasy.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher left Week 7 against the Giants in the first half due to a groin injury.
Analysis: Hatcher has three tackles in six games this season and does not pose much Fantasy value, even when healthy. Continue to ignore him in all IDP formats.
News: Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher and NT Junior Siavii each signed their tender offer Thursday. Hatcher has played in 62 regular season games, recording 113 tackles, 6.5 sacks, five tackles for loss and 58 pressures. He appeared in all 16 games as part of the defensive line rotation in 2009 and finished with 29 tackles. Siavii appeared in 16 games in his first season with Dallas, recording 29 tackles in 2009. For his career, he has played in 42 games and totaled 56 tackles.
Analysis: Neither of these players are worth drafting in IDP leagues in 2010. Ignore them in all formats.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher totaled three tackles (two solo) and one sack during a Week 14 loss to the Steelers. It was his first sack of the season.
Analysis: Hatcher is nothing more than a backup DL for the Cowboys and hardly gets on the stat sheet. He has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher (hamstring) was able to play during Saturday's preseason game against the Texans. He had one solo tackle.
Analysis: Hatcher played in 14 games last season, recording 15 tackles and 2 1/2 sacks. He is not worth using in Fantasy leagues when healthy.
News: Defensive end Jason Hatcher and cornerback Quincy Butler returned to practice on Tuesday after extended absences because of hamstring problems.
Analysis: Both players are considered questionable for the Aug. 25 preseason game at Houston. However, neither is particularly useful in IDP Fantasy leagues heading into the 2007-08 season.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher (hamstring), WR Jamaica Rector (knee) and LB Greg Ellis (Achillies') did not play during Saturday's preseason game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Hatcher played in 14 games last season, recording 15 tackles and 2 1/2 sacks. He is not worth using in Fantasy leagues when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher remains sidelined with a strained hamstring. He is listed as day-to-day.
Analysis: Hatcher played in 14 games last season, recording 15 tackles and 2 1/2 sacks. He is not worth using in Fantasy leagues when healthy.
News: The Cowboys were victorious in Week 15 against the Falcons, but not before giving up four touchdowns and 376 yards. They did have two interceptions (DB Pat Watkins and LB DeMarcus Ware) and four sacks in the game (DL Kenyon Coleman 1, Ware 1/2, DL Jason Hatcher 1 and LB Bobby Carpenter 1 1/2). Ware returned his interception 41 yards for a score.
Analysis: The Cowboys defense has been exposed the past two weeks giving up more than 900 yards and 70 points. It doesn't get any easier in Week 16 with the high-flying Eagles coming to town. Consider the Cowboys DST a low-end Fantasy DST for Week 16. Ware is one of the best Fantasy linebackers out there. If you don't already have him on your team, make sure to add him.
News: Notable Dallas defenders from Week 12 action include: DT Jason Ferguson (four total tackles), LB Akin Ayodele (four total tackles, interception), SS Roy Williams (two assists, interception) and LB Bradie James (eight total tackles). DE Jason Hatcher also had a sack.
Analysis: Of these players, James and Williams are the most reliable for IDP leagues. Consider them in Week 13 at the Giants.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher (ankle) is doubtful for Week 9 at Washington.
Analysis: Hatcher is merely a backup DE in Dallas. He is not a viable Fantasy IDP option even when healthy.
News: Notable Cowboys inactive for Week 8 at Carolina include: RB Skyler Green, WR Miles Austin, DB Pat Watkins, DB Nathan Jones, LB Oliver Hoyte and DL Jason Hatcher.
Analysis: Keep these players reserved for Fantasy purposes in Week 8.
News: Cowboys DL Jason Hatcher (ankle) is listed as questionable and DB Keith Davis (ankle) is listed as probable for Week 8 at Carolina.
Analysis: Neither player has any Fantasy value at this time.
News: The Dallas Cowboys have declared WR Miles Austin, SS Keith Davis (ankle), WR Skyler Green, DL Jason Hatcher (ankle), CB Nathan Jones, OT Pat McQuistan and OL Cory Procter are inactive for Week 7 against the Giants
Analysis: When healthy, none of the players above are worth any Fantasy consideration.
News: Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher suffered a sprained ankle against the Texans and is out indefinitely. Cowboys coach Bill Parcells said x-rays were negative and the injury wasn't that serious. But Parcells said Hatcher will be out a little while. He is listed as doubtful for Week 7 vs. N.Y. Giants.
Analysis: Hatcher is merely a backup DE in Dallas. He is not a viable Fantasy IDP option even when healthy.
News: Jason Hatcher has been solid in training camp and could find his way into the defensive end rotation.
Analysis: Hatcher should not be much of an IDP player, but he's someone to keep an eye on in deeper leagues.
News: Kenyon Coleman took over for Marcus Spears (knee) on the left side of the Cowboys line Saturday. Jay Ratliff also is battling for time there. Coach Bill Parcells said he would considering moving right-side starter Chris Canty to the left side if Spears is out for an extended time. He prefers keeping third-round pick Jason Hatcher on the right side. Greg Ellis, a starter from 1998 until late last season, wasn't mentioned as an option. Ellis has talked openly about being upset with his demotion, saying he'd like to be released or traded. Parcells responded Friday by saying Ellis can either follow along or retire. Ellis and Parcells talked on the field for several minutes during a break in Saturday's afternoon practice. After the workout, Ellis said he wanted to wait until Sunday before talking to reporters.
Analysis: None of these IDPs will be worth considering at this point. Spears should be fine and these other guys are depth options and not productive enough.
